Jook

Directions

1. 1
   Wash rice put in a stock pot with chicken stock or wather.
2. 2
   Bring to the boil over high heat and add 4 cups water.
3. 3
   Bring back to the boil, then turn heat to low.
4. 4
   Partly cover pot, simmer for about 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally and adding water as neccessary (Probably 2 cups more).
5. 5
   Add ginger and bacon, if using, and simmer for about an hour.
6. 6
   Jook should have a porridge-like cosistency.
7. 7
   If it becames very thick, add water.
8. 8
   When done, it will be soupy and creamy.
9. 9
   Remove the bacon slab, and serve jook seasoned with salt or soy sauce, then garnished with minced bacon, spring onions and peanuts.
10. 10
    Drizzle with sesame oil, if desired.